Day: March 8, 2018
WITNESS
A pedestrian crossing is a designated spot on roads for people to safely cross to the other side. But what happens when the zebra crossing has faded and is invisible […]
Moving beyond the Apec Summit
I COMMEND Prime Minister Peter O’Neill for committing Papua New Guinea as host of Apec for the first time since joining it way back in 1993-4. Other member economies have […]
Paying for election work
The National last month reported that a date has been fixed and a budget of K100 million allocated for the 2018 local level government elections, yet in some parts of […]
Jiwaka coffee revival sought
GOD has blessed Papua New Guinea richly. Jiwaka is one such blessing. Before Papua New Guinea’s Independence, according to my small knowledge of history, Jiwaka Coffee – with WHP at […]
Troubled times in PNG politics
When Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare was sick in bed in Singapore, he was voted out and that nearly caused bloodshed in this beautiful country which is blessed with abundant […]
Unitech mess hall
AS a parent I am concerned with the University of Technology’s mess hall. Or the lack of it. At any boarding institution, the mess hall is a place which the […]
Saying sorry to O’Neill
ON behalf of the people of Southern Highlands, especially my supporters and voters for the Southern Highlands governor’s seat, I wish to sincerely apologise to the Member for Ialibu Pangia, […]
Water issue raised
WHEN a water project was launched by the former MP, did he not pay you Eda Ranu to supply us precious lifesaving water? Of course he did. Why is it […]
Watut power project stalls
I WOULD like to comment on the Watut electrification project which was initiated by Sam Basil, Member for Bulolo, and Watut LLG president Waka Damon. I appreciate this initiative as […]
Invest in workers
THE criteria some organisations have set for new recruits, specifically in the technical trades, is of concern. Some organisations are looking for people who have completed apprenticeships from reputable companies […]